Local history

The Local History Collection is a compilation of resources reflecting the history of the City of Onkaparinga. The major focus is on printed, published and paper-based material specifically relating to the history of the City of Onkaparinga. Some emphasis is also given to the collection of oral histories, and original manuscripts. The collection is located at the Aldinga, Hub and Noarlunga libraries.

We are currently in the process of migrating digital images from this website to the Onkaparinga libraries catalogue, allowing you to search for local history photographs in the same way you would search the catalogue for other library material.

Currently we have two resources available online..

Local Studies Online website comprises a selection of digitised photographs from the Local History Collection.

From Almanda to United States - lost localities in the City of Onkaparinga

For South Australia’s History Festival in May 2017 the City of Onkaparinga Libraries have released a book detailing the lost places of our City. Villages and settlements which have fallen off the map, or never quite made it there, are featured.

City of Onkaparinga on History Pin

Our World War I Heroes: City of Onkaparinga 1914-1918

To commemorate the Centenary of World War I, the City of Onkaparinga Libraries produced a book in remembrance of the men and women who served from our City. Details of 668 individuals are recorded to recognise the contribution of our local people to the war effort, and the sacrifice of those who did not return.